Proverbs 31:20

20 She 1extends her hand to the poor, And she stretches out her hands to the needy.

Proverbs 31:20 In-Context

18 She senses that her gain is good; Her lamp does not go out at night.
19 She stretches out her hands to the distaff, And her hands grasp the spindle.
20 She extends her hand to the poor, And she stretches out her hands to the needy.
21 She is not afraid of the snow for her household, For all her household are clothed with scarlet.
22 She makes coverings for herself; Her clothing is fine linen and purple.

Cross References 1

  • 1. Deuteronomy 15:11; Job 31:16-20; Proverbs 22:9; Romans 12:13; Ephesians 4:28

Footnotes 1

  • [a]. Lit "spreads out her palm"
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